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Define Supersaturated solution.


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Supersaturated solution-

  • If a solution that holds more solute than the saturated solution at a given temperature is known as a supersaturated solution.
  • For this a saturated solution is heated to higher temperature, in order to dissolve more solute in it.
  • Example- Solution of sugar syrup, honey etc.

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